Job description

Lifespan is hiring! We are currently searching for Physical Therapists at Newport Hospital.

Shift & Schedule: Full time, 40 hrs, exact schedule TBD

Job Location: Providence, RI

Benefits Include:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive health benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 6% employer match
• Education assistance & student loan forgiveness
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Discounts on child & elder care, pet insurance, house insurance and more!

Summary:

The Physical Therapist reports directly to the Clinical Manager and/ or Assistant Clinical Manager (ACM) of their respective department and may receive clinical guidance from senior staff and/or clinical specialists. The Physical Therapist completes comprehensive examinations of body structure to determine functional impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions. The Physical Therapist establishes diagnosis and prognosis; develops an individualized plan of care; implements treatment interventions; and performs on-going evaluations throughout episode of care.

Learn more about the Lifespan: https://www.lifespan.org/

Responsibilities:

• Communication
• Demonstrates the highest level of communication and professionalism with patients, caregivers, rehabilitation staff, providers, and other health care professionals, both within the academic medical center and in the community.
• Exhibits effective and professional verbal and non-verbal communication
• Communicates clearly, respectfully, and honestly with patients and/or caregivers, and colleagues
• Communicates proactively with other caregivers involved in patients’ care
• Adjusts communication and response to the level of understanding of the listener

Principal Duties

• Examines and evaluates patients
• Establishes diagnosis, prognosis, and individualized plans of care
• Implements treatment intervention based on plan of care, considering precautions, indications, and contradictions
• Directs and coordinates patients’ rehabilitation plan of care
• Evaluates patients’ progress and revises goals and plan of care accordingly
• Educates/ Trains patients/caregivers
• Anticipates and communicates discharge/home needs and resources
• Completes documentation and charges accurately and timely, in compliance with department policy
• Completes clinical documentation reflecting eligibility/ medical necessity of services in compliance with professional and regulatory standards
• Makes recommendations and referrals for additional diagnostic testing and/or services
• Consistently applies evidence-based practice to all aspects of clinical care
• Seeks additional guidance when necessary to assure safe and effective patient care

Basic Knowledge

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution is required. Master or Doctorate level degree in Physical Therapy is preferred. State license issued by the Rhode Island Department of Health is required.

Experience

New graduates will be considered. Clinical experience in program specific settings is preferred.

About Lifespan

Lifespan, Rhode Island's first health system, was founded in 1994 by Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital. A not-for-profit comprehensive, integrated, academic health system with The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Lifespan's present partners also include Rhode Island Hospital's pediatric division, Hasbro Children's Hospital; Bradley Hospital; Newport Hospital; Gateway Healthcare; and Coastal Medical.

Lifespan is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran or marital status. Lifespan is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,366.40 - $116,084.80 per year

Work Location: In person

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